HGS members can help geoscientists affected by the Texas Wildfires near Houston and Austin. If you know of an HGS member or geoscientist that has been affected by the Texas Wildfires, please make them aware of this information. If you think HGS can help email webmaster@hgs.org. People can register for FEMA assistance online at www.disasterassistance.gov or via smart phone at m.fema.gov. Applicants may also call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) The toll-free telephone numbers will operate from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. (local time) seven days a week until further notice. The Texas Disaster Relief Fund gives Texans the opportunity to donate money directly to Texas communities struck by disaster, and donations may be made by calling 1-866-463-7982, or view: http://www.texasdisasterrelieffund.org for more information. Waller County Fair Association is looking for bedding for people who have evacuated fires. They are offering shelter for people and animals. Call 979-826-2825. Waller County Annex is accepting donations of non perishable food clothes and pet food. Call 979-826-7745. Montgomery County Food Bank is accepting non perishable food donations. Call 936-539-6686.